Kanawha City
Charleston
Visit Kanawha City
Popular places to visit
University of Charleston
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Charleston, during your travels in Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
Mardi Gras Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mardi Gras Casino during your time in Cross Lanes? Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
West Virginia State Capitol Building
Take a guided tour around West Virginia’s seat of government and marvel at its dazzling dome, which is covered in 23.5-karat gold.
Charleston Town Center
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Charleston Town Center during your visit to Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
West Virginia State Museum
Familiarize yourself with the story of West Virginia at this nicely laid-out museum, which covers such diverse topics as coal and the Civil War.
Haddad Riverfront Park
Haddad Riverfront Park is just one of the places to see in Charleston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
Top hotels in Kanawha City
Quality Inn Charleston South
The rooms were very clean and staff was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026
Comfort Inn Charleston South
Good parking lot, hot breakfast
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charleston South, WV
The hotel is very ran down. We had no heat in the first room, they moved us and we did have heat but the rooms and facility is extremely ran down.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
Red Roof Inn Charleston - Kanawha City, WV
Great place to stay! Friendly and welcoming staff! Will accommodate to whatever needs you have
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Kanawha City by IHG
Staff was friendly and courteous
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Charleston WV
We were late checking in but the night shift lady was awesome and had a great sense of humor. Rooms were clean but this is an older property so make sure you understand this.
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kanawha City
Malden
Malden is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out African Zion Baptist Church, a top attraction in the neighborhood.
Rand
While there might not be top attractions in Rand, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kanawha Mall Shopping Center and West Virginia State Museum.
East End Historic District
East End Historic District is well-liked for its casinos, and you can visit sights like Laidley Field and West Virginia State Capitol Building if you have time to explore the area.
Grosscup Road Historic District
Some popular features of Grosscup Road Historic District include its casinos and river views. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences or Charleston Town Center are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Downtown Charleston
If you're spending some time in Downtown Charleston, Mountain Stage and Charleston Town Center are top sights worth seeing.
Loudendale
Loudendale might not have many top sights, but Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve and Kanawha State Forest are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
